A Discussion of Homosexuality, Sexuality and the Baha'i Faith - Columbia, SC

From: Nancy Songer <nancysonger@yahoo.com>

Date: November 9, 2011 12:17:33 AM EST

To: "South Carolina Baha'is" <bahai-us-sc@BCCA.Org>

Subject: more on  "A Discussion of Homosexuaity, Sexuality and the Baha'i Faith"

Reply-To: Nancy Songer <nancysonger@yahoo.com>

A Discussion of Homosexuality, Sexuality and the Baha'i Faith

Saturday, Dec. 3   10 am –  4 pm

Columbia Baha'i Center 2020 Assembly St. Columbia

Sponsored by the Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of Columbia, SC

Please advise if you plan to attend

Homosexuality is a delicate and divisive subject requiring more – and more thoughtful - attention in order to transform the Baha’i community into one of knowledgeable, supportive friends for fellow believers and articulate bearers of Baha’u’llah’s healing Message. This introductory conversation addresses: Issues in discourse on this subject. Baha’i teachings on seeking truth. What is sexuality? Homosexuality? What is science? Current best science on homosexuality? What are views of the therapeutic community? What difference does that make for Baha’is?  Where do science and moral questions intersect?  How do they relate to the Covenant? Teaching the Faith?

This day will feature:

·            " Sexuality, Spirituality, and the Baha'i Model of Morality." - a talk by Mary K. Radpour, a practicing psychotherapist and long-time worker with the Baha'i Network on AIDS, Sexuality, Addictions and Abuse (BNASAA)

·            "Engaging in Discourse on Homosexuality."  - a  presentation given by Nancy Songer and Lisa Ortuno at this year's Association for Baha'i Studies Conference

·            Questions and Discussion

In order to encourage discussion, this gathering is for Baha'is only, and for people who are 18 or older. We know this is a matter of importance and interest to young people; however, this particular presentation is for adults. 

Registration, to cover travel and other expenses, will be $10 per person.  (Assistance can be available.)

Room is limited. There have been requests from friends in other states to attend, but we would like to give priority to SC believers. Pre-registration  (meaning notice that you are coming) is requested. Please email nbsonger@yahoo.com by November 15.

Childcare - Unfortunately, childcare cannot be provided.  

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Songer at nbsonger@yahoo.com.

Loving regards,

Local Spiritual Assembly of Columbia, SC